The course is made up of the following units:
Understand schools and colleges as organisations Understand children and young people's development Safeguarding children and young people Equality, diversity and inclusion in a learning environment for children and young people Maintain relationships with children and young people Support the health and safety of children and young people Support positive behaviour in a learning environment for children and young people Contribute to teamwork in a learning environment Understand children and young people’s play and leisure Promote an effective learning environment Provide displays in a learning environment
The course has placement embedded into the course so learners will be attending at least two school-based settings in addition to their college studies. This allows learners to gain practical work based knowledge and skills throughout the course.
Course options
Code
B8T111PLevel
Level 2Mode
Full TimeCampus
TonbridgeDuration
1 yearStarting
9/09/2024Ending
20/06/2025-
What qualification will I gain?
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
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Entry Requirements
This course is progression only. This course is open to learners who have achieved Level 2 Diploma in Early Years as their year 1 or any learner from NKC that has achieved a level 2 in another area but has an interest in gaining another qualification that could allow them to work in schools. Entry requirements will be the same as Level 2 Diploma in Early Years (Four GCSE’s grade 3 or above). If a grade 4 in maths and/or English is not achieved this will be added to the timetable.
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What progression options will I have?
The main progression opportunity from this course would be employment into a school-based setting.
If you wish to continue your studies, then application to the Level 3 T Level in Education and Childcare (dependent on entry grades)
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What costs are involved?
Tuition Fees: 16-18 - free 19+ - £1650 A Exam and Registration Fees (payable by all aged 19 and over): £120
Other Costs (payable by all students): £50 Trip Fee (deposit) This course may also attract additional costs, for example, kit, uniform or books, that all students will be required to pay. Please contact the College for further details.
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How will I be assessed?
All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods which could include:
Direct observation by a Tutor/Teacher/Assessor* within the workplace Written assignments and professional discussion in line with the Assessment of Learning provided for each unit.